THEATER
Theater: AMM(I)GONE at Long Wharf
Yale Theater and Performance Studies Blackbox 53 Wall St, New HavenMAY 28 – JUN 23, 2024 Creator and performer Adil Mansoor brings us on his deeply personal journey to translate and adapt the play Antigone with his Ammi (his mother). Despite the deep love between them, their relationship is strained – Ammi struggles to accept Adil’s queerness and turns towards her faith in an attempt to save […]
Shakespeare on the Sound: ShakesBeer Fundraiser: Pinkney Park
Pinkney Park 177 Rowayton Ave, RowaytonJune 1, 2024 Tickets are now on sale for Shakespeare on the Sounds' 7th Annual ShakesBEER fundraiser! Live music by Pimpinella , dancing, free beer, free food by Loco Taco! Plus delicious food from Rowayton Pizza and Chamo Truck available for purchasing! Live Auction Items! (See below) Money raised will help fund this summer’s production Romeo […]
Elektra at Madison Lyric Stage
Madison Lyric Stage 581 Boston Post Rd, MadisonJune 7-9, 2024 In Richard Strauss’ masterpiece, inspired by the Greek tragedy of Sophocles, Elektra has just witnessed the murder of her father, King Agamemnon by her own mother. Now that she knows her mother’s hands are bloody, Elektra is hellbent on vengeance – but when her brother returns from exile to carry out her […]
Nunsense at Niantic Bay Playhouse
Niantic Bay Playhouse 279 Main Street, NianticJune 7- June 23 The show follows five nuns who are trying to raise money to bury their dearly departed sisters. With so many personalities in one room, comedic chaos is sure to ensue. This musical is an absolute crowd-pleaser, and we can't wait to share it with you. Reserve your tickets now before they […]
Shakespeare on the Sound: Romeo and Juliet: Pinkney Park
Pinkney Park 177 Rowayton Ave, RowaytonJune 12-30, 2024 Shakespeare's iconic tale of star-crossed lovers’ passion, forbidden love and fateful consequences. Since its first performance in the mid 1590’s the story of Romeo and Juliet is a timeless testament to the power of love over hate. Suggested donation amounts are $25 for adults, and $10 for seniors over 65 and students, […]
Anne Cubberly’s Giant Puppets: New Haven Green
New Haven Green Temple Street, New HavenJune 14-29, 2024 Experience the whimsical magic of Anne Cubberly’s Giant Puppets as they roam the Green and Downtown New Haven! These colossal, colorful creations are more than just puppets—they’re vibrant reflections of our essence and the boundless spirit within us all. Don’t let their size intimidate you; instead, seek them out and bask in the awe- […]
The National Puppetry Conference: Puppetry Performance: O’Neil Theater
O'Neill Theater 305 Great Neck Road, WaterfordFRIDAY, JUNE 14 | 7:00PM SATURDAY, JUNE 15 | 7:00PM The National Puppetry Conference provides a crucial meeting and creating ground for master artisans to pass their craft and ingenuity to new artists in the field of puppetry. Each June, participants gather from across the globe to create works that defy the bounds of contemporary theater and […]
Compagnia de’ Colombari – King Lear At University Theater New Haven
University Theater 222 York Street, New HavenJune 14, 15 16, 2024 Compagnia de’ Colombari’s KING LEAR, adapted and directed by Karin Coonrod, is a raw, primal, and potent “paper crown” Lear that strips down the Shakespearian classic to its essence through a vigorous exploration of the text and characters’ psyches and motivations. An ensemble of ten actors ranging in age and […]
The Rainbow Beard Show at Possible Futures
Possible Futures 318 Edgewood Avenue, New Haven, CTWe're so excited to host The Rainbow Beard Show on June 15th at 2pm! In their own words: "'The Rainbow Beard Show' is an interactive experience hosted by Ricky Rainbow Beard that features puppets, games, stories, songs, and special guests through a comedic lens. Each new show is about a deep and simple theme and is […]
National Theater Institute’s Theatermakers: Public Performances at The O’Neil Theater
O'Neill Theater 305 Great Neck Road, WaterfordJune 17th and 24th, July 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd The National Theater Institute's Theatermakers Summer Intensive trains students in a credit-earning curriculum of acting, directing, and playwriting. The six-week program focuses on: cultivating constant creativity practice, essential training techniques, high-quality mentorship, and collaborative opportunities that yield original work. Students' pieces are performed for free each Monday […]
Pride and Prejudice. Meanwhile, at Longbourn at the Osborne Homestead Museum
Osborne Homestead Museum and Kellogg Estate gardens 500 Hawthorne Avenue, DerbyJoin us June 21, 2024 for a second chance to see our new adaptation of Jane Austen’s Pride and Prejudice. Meanwhile, at Longbourn at the Osborne Homestead Museum and Kellogg Estate gardens. Friday, June 21 2:00 p.m. - 5 spots remaining For more information
The Princess and the Pauper at The Legacy Theater
Legacy Theatre 128 Thimble Islands Road, BranfordSaturday, June 22 at 10am & 12pm Two girls from different worlds come together and discover that they have more in common than they thought. Join us for a timeless tale retold as only a pop star (I mean pauper) can! A Legacy Theatre Production with book, music, and lyrics by Chelsea Dacey. Adapted from […]